I really wanted to love this book, *Our Dear Miss H. Is on the Case* by Violet Marsh, narrated by Marisa Calin. However, while listening to the audiobook, I found myself getting distracted and struggling to connect with the narrator's style. I didn't feel attached to the characters and wasn't eager to learn more about them. Although the narrator did a fantastic job, the book—a historical romantic comedy with a dash of intrigue and adventure—just wasn't for me.

This is a light and funny book with a charming character list and a cute plot. This is a sequel but can be a standalone novel.

Thank you Forever / Hachette Audio for my ALC!

This book was so fun! What a perfect blend of romance, historical, wit, and a sprinkle (or maybe more) of animal companions.

This was described as Enola Holmes meets Bridgerton and I whole heartedly agree! It had some tension and mystery like Enola with the historical component and jokes of Bridgerton.

The book follows Georgina who has a penchant for education and scholars. Much to Georgina’s horror, her brother tries to marry her off to a man she does not know. During her small adventure’s Georgina meets Alexander who is not who she thought he would be.

Georgina’s such a fun character. I love that she’s smart and witty which for her time was inconceivable! I think both FMC and MMC are adorable and they suit each other so well. Definitely a fun and cozy read! 💗

The narrator did a wonderful job on this! I felt like I was in an quirky episode of a TV show 🙂‍↕️

Tropes/themes
- historical romance
- arranged marriage
- fun animal side kicks!
- mystery/detective case

Georgina Harrington should never have trusted her feckless cousin Percy with her most precious archaeological discovery. But no one would take her academic work seriously if they knew it was hers and not her male cousin’s. When Percy goes missing, only Georgina realizes that he is truly in danger. And to find him, she must rely on the help of his infuriating but incredibly attractive best friend. Although Alexander Lovett is always up for an adventure, he vows to keep his distance from Georgina, who is on his insufferable parents’ list of suitable brides for a future duke. But he’s surprised to find himself falling for Georgina’s surprisingly bold initiative and independent thinking that save them from more than one deadly scrape.
The first book I’ve read by the author & it won’t be the last. I also requested the audiobook so half read & half listened to the book. I enjoyed the book, the characters were well portrayed & had depth. I liked both Alexander & Georgina & there was chemistry between them. There was a parrot & a monkey who lightened the book but just enough for it not to dissolve into farce. I really enjoyed the audiobook, the narrator was accomplished & her use of voices raised my enjoyment
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own

This book wasn’t fully what I was expecting, in that it surpassed every expectation I had for it.

The dialogue was amazing, the plot was interesting, and I loved all of our main characters. Plus, there were 4 animals full of hijinx. Who could ask for more?!

Got a little spicy at times, but short and not over the top if you aren’t into that. Things are described vaguely. Definitely not super slow of a burn though, while still managing to feel like one on the greater arc of the book.

This book is great for anyone looking for excellent dialogue and quick resolution on interpersonal miscommunication, which was amazing!

Thank you for this ARC! I really enjoyed it.

I absolutely flew through this book. It was funny, fast paced, and filled with the best collection of characters. Part of this story had me laughing out loud. I will definitely be reading more from Violet Marsh.

Our Dear Miss H. Is on the Case by Violet Marsh, narrated by Marisa Calin, is an utterly captivating and charming mystery that effortlessly combines wit, intrigue, and delightful characters. Calin’s narration breathes life into the story, bringing Miss H. to vivid, clever perfection as she embarks on a thrilling investigation. Marsh crafts a clever plot filled with twists, and the atmosphere is rich with suspense while maintaining a light, playful tone. This audiobook is a true treat for fans of cozy mysteries with a touch of elegance and sharp intelligence. (I received an advance listener copy and all opinions are my own.) Highly recommended for anyone seeking a quick, entertaining escape!

This book is an absolute DELIGHT.

It's adorable, it's fun, it's cozy. It's a campy mysterious historical romance that just keeps you laughing and swooning throughout the entire book. Did I mention that it has the cutest animal companions? No? Well IT DOES. The lighthearted whimsical low stakes feel is honestly just perfect.

Georgiana and Alexander are both very sweet and well written. Seeing Georgiana overcome the setbacks that women faced in this era was inspiring (even through the humorous aspects of the book). The disability rep from Alexander is well done and I appreciate how it's portrayed within the novel. I love all of The Black Sheep and thought the pranks were hilarious.

Sometimes I do think that the pace struggled a bit - but it wasn't too bad overall. The writing found a great balance between emotion and humor, the author was able to make me laugh at the appropriate times but also was able to make me swoon and feel for the characters as well.

I listened to the audiobook and the production quality was superb, the narrator does a great job differentiating characters and using accents/tones to create a dynamic environment for the story.

Our Dear Miss H is described as a cross between Bridgerton and Enola Holmes and it lives up to that comparison. I can't wait to see what else the author writes in this universe. The joy I felt while listening was fantastic and I can't wait to go back.

A cozy romance mystery filled with adventure and finding a missing cousin. The romance alone between Georgina and Alexander was swoon worthy and adorable.

The audio version of 'Our Dear Miss H is on the Case' was an absolute delight. The narrator's soothing voice and expressive delivery truly brought the story to life, making it a perfect cozy listen. I adored Miss H, a strong and bookish heroine, and her blossoming romance was both sweet and a touch spicy. The found family cast was charming, and the abundance of adorable pets, including chickens, added to the warmth. There were moments that made me laugh out loud, and others that brought tears to my eyes with their sweetness. This historical mystery, filled with social commentary and gentle humor, was a fantastic palette cleanser. I'm eagerly anticipating the sequel! 5 stars. Thank you to NetGalley and Forever for the ARC all ideas are my own.

A missing cousin, a reluctant duke-to-be, and a fiercely intelligent heroine who refuses to sit back and let the men bungle everything…what could possibly go wrong? Georgina Harrington has spent her life fighting to be taken seriously, so when her cousin Percy vanishes with her greatest archaeological discovery, she knows she’s the only one who can find him. Unfortunately, the only person willing to help is Alexander Lovett, Percy’s best friend, notorious rake, and the man determined to avoid marriage, especially to someone as maddeningly brilliant as Georgina.

The mystery-solving was a little disjointed, and I wasn’t always sure how we got from one clue to the next, but the ride was entertaining nonetheless. The romance had plenty of spark and tension, adding to the fun without overshadowing the adventure. And the grand villain reveal in the throne room? Absolute perfection. Then there’s the side effect of their escapades creating a chicken pet obsession. The sheer absurdity of it all made for the perfect comedic relief sprinkled throughout.

The audiobook narration was fantastic, smooth, engaging, and easy to follow. Character voices were distinct without feeling over-the-top, making it a breeze to stay immersed in the story.

Verdict: A charming mix of mystery, mayhem, and just the right amount of mischief.

Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Audio for the copy in exchange for an honest review.

ARC review
Publication date March 25th.
"Our Dear Miss H. Is on the Case" by Violet Marsh is a witty historical rom-com.

I received an advance listener copy from Hachette Audio via Netgalley.
Opinions from this review are completely my own. I did not know that this is the second book in a series and I would say it can be read as a standalone without any issues.

The main characters are Georgina Harrington, an archaeologist and historian that needs to publish under her cousin’s Percy name and Alexander Lovett, one of Percy’s friends, that her brother tries to marry her to. They end up working together to find Percy and go through many adventures.

I enjoyed listening to the audiobook narrated by Marisa Calin. Even if she did a good job narrating both POVs, it would have been nice to have another narrator for Alexander’s chapters.

The story is a mix of between mystery and romance, with a lot of humor.
If you like strong female characters and cute romance with some spice in a historical setting, this book is for you.

The book didn't work for me, so I DNF'd at 30%. I felt the prose was too heavy-handed in its gestures to the unfolding romance. The musings and conclusions the POV characters drew came across both forced and too obvious, if that makes any sense. Overall, the book tells a story as opposed to showing how it naturally unfolds.
And then... the narrator. I liked her voice, very much in fact, but the way she elongates and breathes out the last word in most sentences and kind of tampers off drove me up the wall. I don't know whether those were directions she was given to imbue the narration with an audible air of mystery or something or her customary delivery. Either way, not pleasant.

Thank you to Netgalley and Hachette Audio for the audio ARC in exchange for an honest review!

When I requested an advanced copy of this book, I didn’t realize it’s a sequel! I actually didn’t realize until after I finished. So that being said, I think it stands very well on its own. I’m sure there was some character development and previous knowledge I missed out on, but I didn’t notice any large knowledge gaps. It may be worth checking out the first book, Lady Charlotte Always Gets Her Man, which is in the same world, but focused on different characters.

I found this story to be lovely and very fun. It was similar in vibes to the Bridgerton books, but the male love interest isn’t incredibly problematic and misogynistic, loved that switch up! In fact, the male love interest is disabled and badass and our main character, Miss Harrington is also anything but helpless. This book itched the scratch Bridgerton couldn’t quite get.

If you’re a fan of the “Who did this to you?” trope I’d recommend this book…the gender roles may or may not be switched. Again, did I mention our confident, ass-kicking, female main character?

This book had a lovely balance of adventure, romance, and humor. I would say the spice level was low for this one. There’s some steam, but nothing super graphic.

I listened to the audio of this book and thought the narration was great. I could very clearly tell the difference between characters which made it easy to get lost in the story.

I’d definitely recommend if you’re looking for a cozy mystery with a dash of romance!

Rated 3.75 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Hachette Audio & Violet Marsh for the chance to listen to this book in exchange for my honest review.

This was a fun little historical romance/mystery tale. I believe it's being presented as a standalone BUT there are quite a few places in the story where I think I would have had more context had I read the predecessor. Either way- it was an adventure tale (made silly by the animals- love that!) that reminds us that most men are conniving jerks- but not all.

The narrator did a lovely job. I would definitely listen to more from them.

I got about 42% through and it just was not for me. I had an ALC and despite trying a sample of the narrator's work I found her breathy style of speaking hard to focus on, making it difficult to connect with the story itself.

As for the story, it felt a little more slapstick than I prefer, leaning heavily on random pets and I was just not engaged enough to finish.

Would leave the review without a star rating, because DNF, but NetGalley doesn't allow that.

I binged this audiobook in one day! I love a good historical romance mystery and this one was such a delight. The “fashionable” roosters had me cackling 😂. The sweet and steamy romance was perfect. The found family heartwarming. The ignorance of Alexander’s parents and the society regarding his clubfoot had my blood boiling but I loved how Georgina cared for him with compassion not pity. Her protectiveness towards him tugged on my heartstrings.

The hint for the next book is giving me enemies to lovers and I cannot wait. Because this may be my first book from this author but it is most definitely not my last.

Thanks to Forever Publishing and Hatchette Audio for the ALC!

I thought this was really cute!
I typically do not prefer historical fiction but it depends on what it is and in the end this type of story that happens to take place in the past but doesn’t get bogged down in it is the type I enjoy. I came upon this audiobook from a post from the publisher and I was searching for something to listen to whilst I got a project completed so it came at the right moment.

It was marketed as “whimsical” and that’s exactly what it was.
I enjoyed the cozy feeling to it while still uplifting a strong FMC who was in a profession that would be very uncommon for a woman at the time. I love the strong willed character who got the job done and the breaking barriers of the time.

As far as the audiobook facet.. the Narrator Marisa Calin did a fabulous job. She had a lovely British accented voice and spoke clearly whilst at a good natural pace at the 1x speed.
I chose to listen at 1.5x speed and it was still very easily understandable at that speed. I also tried the 1.75x speed for a short bit and it was still understandable but at 2x speed it was too fast for me.

Lastly, I enjoyed the romance and cozy mystery genre combo! It was the second book I read in the last few days that had that combo and I think I’ll seek out more crossovers like these.


I am thankful to have gotten the audio ALC for free from Hachette Audio through NetGalley to read which gave me the opportunity to voluntarily leave a review.

My rating system since GoodReads doesn’t have partial stars

⭐️ Hated it
⭐️⭐️ Had a lot of trouble, prose issues, really not my cup of tea (potentially DNF’d or thought about it)
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Meh, it was an ok read but nothing special
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really enjoyed it! Would recommend to others
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding! Will circle back and read again

Another wonderful and enjoyable rom-com mystery. The witty banter between Georgina and Alexander was quirky and mystifying. It’s bringing the era to life as if you’re living it.

Loved this caper of a romance. Georgiana is the sister of an earl and spinster who is an antiquarian who digs for artefacts. Her cousin Percy usually takes the credit for all the work, since she won’t be taken seriously as a woman. But when she overhears her brother trying to broker a marriage for her to an unknown marquess, she’ll do her best to escape the situation. On top of that, her cousin has gone missing and she needs help figuring out what happened to him. Alexander is one of Percy’s friends, so he quickly volunteers to help, and we get a load of adventure as these two take on the town and beyond. Oh, and Alexander also happens to be the marquess that Georgiana is trying to avoid. He has his own problems with a father who hates him and tries to dictate his life, so he’s also trying to avoid an unwanted marriage. But of course, these two complement each other quite well, so it’s only a matter of time before they fall in love. Audiobook was excellent to listen to!